Free tickets are distributed on each performance day via the free lines at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park. We recognize that ticket lines can sometimes be long, and we appreciate your time and dedication. People waiting for free tickets must line up along the path designated by The Public Theater staff and The Parks Department.

Free tickets are distributed at 12PM (noon) every day that there is a public performance. Performance days will vary from week to week, so be sure to check the performance calendar. Please remember that Central Park does not officially open until 6AM.

Each person (age 5+) may receive up to two (2) tickets, while supplies last.

There are separate lines for Senior Accessibility for senior citizens (65+) who require accessible seating and ADA Accessibility for patrons with disabilities (attestation to the need for accessible seating will be required).

All those who wish to acquire tickets must have a Public Theater Patron ID. Follow this link to register or access your account before you arrive.

Seat locations are distributed randomly, not based on a person's position in the line

Support The Public and reserve your seat! With a donation of $500 or more, you can reserve your seats for this summer’s Free Shakespeare in the Park season. It’s our way of thanking you for helping us provide thousands of free tickets to our audiences each summer. Click here to become a supporter today.

DIGITAL LOTTERY

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On each public performance date, a limited number of tickets for that night's performance will be distributed via mobile lottery through our digital partner, TodayTix.

FREE TICKETS VIA DIGITAL LOTTERY

Step 1: Download the TodayTix app in the App Store or Google Play Store.Please note: Lotteries can only be entered from the TodayTix app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android device.

Open the app and scroll down to find Free Shakespeare in the Park.

Step 2: Enter the lottery for two free tickets.On the confirmation screen, you may double or triple your odds by sharing your entry via Facebook and Twitter.

Step 3: See If You Won!Make sure your name and e-mail address are correct and that TodayTix push notifications are turned on, so you can receive confirmation of lottery status. You will be notified if you've won between noon and 2:15pm on the day of the show. You must confirm your winning tickets in the TodayTix app within 45 minutes of being notified. Winners may begin to pick up their tickets at 5:00 pm at the Delacorte Theater Box Office, but tickets that are not claimed by 7:30pm will be forfeited to the standby line.

You can enter the lottery between 12:00AM and 12:00PM (noon) on the day of each public performance. Each winner will get two (2) tickets to that night’s performance.

FREE TICKETS VIA EMAIL LOTTERY

More information on other digital entry methods will be available at a later date.

Support The Public and reserve your seat! With a donation of $500 or more, you can reserve your seats for this summer’s Free Shakespeare in the Park season. It’s our way of thanking you for helping us provide thousands of free tickets to our audiences each summer. Click here to become a supporter today.

AT THE PUBLIC THEATER

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FREE TICKETS AT THE PUBLIC THEATER

On each public performance date, a limited number of vouchers for that night’s performance will be distributed via an in-person lottery downtown at The Public Theater, 425 Lafayette Street at Astor Place.

Sign-up for the lottery will begin in The Ford Foundation Lobby of The Public at 11AM. The lottery will be drawn at 12PM (noon).

Those selected may redeem the voucher(s) for ticket(s) between 5PM and 7:30PM at the Delacorte Theater Box Office. Vouchers are only valid until 7:30PM for performances on the day they are issued.

Each person (age 5+) may receive up to two (2) tickets upon winning, while supplies last.

ADA accessibility seating is limited. For assistance, in acquiring accessible seating during our lottery, please speak to a member of The Public Theater staff.

All those who wish to acquire tickets must have a Public Theater Patron ID. Follow this link to register or access your account before you arrive.

Seat locations are distributed randomly upon redemption, not based on a person's redemption time at the Delacorte Box office.

All vouchers must be exchanged for tickets at the Delacorte Theater Box Office in Central Park between 5PM and 7:30PM. Vouchers are only valid until 7:30PM for performances on the day they are issued.

Support The Public and reserve your seat! With a donation of $500 or more, you can reserve your seats for this summer’s Free Shakespeare in the Park season. It’s our way of thanking you for helping us provide thousands of free tickets to our audiences each summer. Click here to become a supporter today.

BOROUGH DISTRIBUTION

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FREE TICKETS IN THE BOROUGHS

On specific performance dates, a limited number of vouchers for that night’s performance will be distributed at a location in one of New York’s five boroughs to make it easier for all New Yorkers to enjoy Free Shakespeare in the Park.

Ticket vouchers will be distributed beginning at 12pm (noon) while supplies last, or 2pm, whichever occurs first. Borough distribution dates vary, so be sure to check the borough distribution calendar.

Each person (age 5+) may receive up to two (2) tickets, while supplies last.

ADA accessibility seating is limited. For assistance in acquiring accessible seating during our borough distributions please speak to a member of The Public Theater staff.

All those who wish to acquire tickets must have a Public Theater Patron ID. Follow this link to register or access your account before you arrive.

Seat locations are distributed randomly upon redemption; not based on a person’s redemption time at the Delacorte Box Office.

All vouchers must be exchanged for tickets at the Delacorte Theater Box Office in Central Park between 5:30pm and 7:30pm. Vouchers are only valid until 7:30pm for performances on the day they are issued.

Support The Public and reserve your seat! With a donation of $500 or more, you can reserve your seats for this summer’s Free Shakespeare in the Park season. It’s our way of thanking you for helping us provide thousands of free tickets to our audiences each summer. Click here to become a supporter today.

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